Episode 500 is NEARLY here, but first we're going all the way back to episode 7! Recorded in 2012, I chat to fellow comedy nerd,&nbsp;Sarah Millican, as we discuss her writing process, some of the unique challenges faced by a high-profile act, including playing large rooms and preparing for panel shows, as well as plenty of tips for newer acts on how to escape the day-job and turn pro! Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly get access to 36 minutes of exclusive extras! 👉 Sign up to the NEW monthly <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ComComPod Mailing List</a>! Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 36 minutes of exclusive extra content with Sarah✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Sarah: Sarah Millican's new show, Late Bloomer, is now available to buy, stream and download. Find out more at&nbsp;<a href="https://sarahmillican.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sarahmillican.co.uk</a>. Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</a>. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://ac

Panel Show Prep, Writing Processes, Unique Challenges & Playing Large Rooms

Sarah Millican 2012: ComCompendium

Welcome to the final part of finding out if comedians were happy in 2025 with Russell Howard, Mark Simmons, Aparna Nancherla, Nick Mohammed, Kemah Bob, Daniel Foxx &amp; Adam Riches. Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can get access to exclusive extras including Russell Howard on what’s it like being rich and famous, Aparna Nancherla on the worst comedy advice she's ever received (it's shocking!) and Nick Mohammed on the security of magic within comedy. Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to ad-free full video and audio episodes✅ The full catalogue of exclusive extras you can't find anywhere else✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</a>. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Russell Howard, Nick Mohammed, Aparna Nancherla & More!

Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 3

Welcome back to the second part of this end of the year special as we find out whether comedians were actually happy in 2025 with Max Fosh, Lucy Pearman, Pete Lee, Marjolein Robertson, Damien Power, Huge Davies &amp; Josie Long! Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can get access to exclusive extras including Max Fosh's secret to build retention in online content, Josie Long on the emotional architecture of an Edinburgh Hour and how a mysterious mind-reader jolted Marjolein Robertson's career in comedy. Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to ad-free full video and audio episodes✅ The full catalogue of exclusive extras you can't find anywhere else✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</a>. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Max Fosh, Marjolein Robertson, Huge Davies & More!

Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 2

We find out if comedians were happy in 2025 with Iain Stirling, Chloe Radcliffe, Scott Auckerman, Alan Davies, Chloe Petts, Alex Kealy, Marc Jennings &amp; Emma Doran all in this first volume! Think of this as a quick glimpse into each episode, whether you’re brand new and catching up, or you’re a long-time listener revisiting. Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can get access to exclusive extras including Iain Stirling’s secret to activate your authentic self, Scott Auckerman on Comedy Bang Bang’s guest booking strategy, Chloe Petts on elevating material with comedy directors and Alan Davies on navigating the pull between creative integrity and financial opportunity. 👉 Complete the<a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ComComPod Survey</a> and sign up to the NEW <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ComComPod Mailing List</a>! Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to ad-free full video and audio episodes✅ The full catalogue of exclusive extras you can't find anywhere else✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</a>. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noo

Iain Stirling, Alan Davies, Chloe Radcliffe & More!

Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 1

This week on episode 499… I'm joined by Ray Bradshaw - the multi-award-winning Scottish comedian who’s about to head out on his fourth UK tour with CODA. You may know Ray from BBC Scotland and Radio 4, he’s recently just finished supporting John Bishop, and hosts his own hit football podcast, Fantasy Fives! We discuss: <ul><li>growing up as a child of deaf parents and how that shaped Ray’s confidence, memory and lack of stage nerves</li><li>making comedy accessible with the technical challenge of signing live comedy with timing laughs and learning structure</li><li>Ray’s approach to stand-up with no notes and no structure but total authenticity</li><li>being niche famous and knowing when you’ve already won</li></ul> Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly WATCH the full episode and get access to over 10 minutes of exclusive extras including: <ul><li>using Edinburgh to turn material, not create buzz</li><li>building a comedy career around family life</li><li>and embracing mistakes, from announcing the wrong person had died on live radio to thanking the wrong city on an arena tour</li></ul> 👉 Sign up to the NEW ComComPod <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mailing List</a> and follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>, Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ Over 10 minutes of exclusive extra con

Performing In Sign Language & English Simultaneously, Making Comedy Accessible & Being Niche Famous

Ray Bradshaw

Today I’m joined by Urooj Ashfaq - the Mumbai-based comedian, writer and actor who’s quickly become one of the most exciting voices in stand-up. Bursting onto the scene winning Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards in 2023, she’s now back with her new show, How To Be A Baddie. We discuss the danger of optimising your honesty, the evolution of the Indian stand-up scene, can you be emotionally sensitive while succeeding in comedy, why you can’t plan authenticity, the pressure for women to never be mediocre and we find out if Urooj Ashfaq is happy! Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly WATCH the full episode and get access to 25 minutes of exclusive extras including Urooj’s comedy superpowers, the pressure to perform for clicks, brand deals and the vulnerability of going viral. 👉 Sign up to the NEW ComComPod <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mailing List</a> and follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>, Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 25 minutes of exclusive extra content with Urooj✅ Early access to new episodes where possible✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Urooj: You can keep up-to-date with Urooj A

The Evolution Of The Indian Stand-Up Scene, Why You Can’t Plan Authenticity & The Pressure For Women To Never Be Mediocre

Urooj Ashfaq

Recorded in January 2020,&nbsp;John&nbsp;Kearns&nbsp;is a master at finding pathos in the prosaic, combining clowning and standup in a way that makes absolutely no sense written down. With influences from Jacques Tati to Neil Hamburger, we explored his sense of place within himself, overreaching in his writing, and ambition in his career... Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly get access to 30 minutes of exclusive extras including John's brilliant technique for underpinning all his material with genuine pathos, delving into writing for Harry Hill, meeting Chris Morris, and how the spotlight can burn... 👉 Complete the<a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> ComComPod Survey</a> and sign up to the NEW <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ComComPod Mailing List</a>! Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 30 minutes of exclusive extra content with John✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with John: John Kearns is on tour throughout 2026 with Tilting at Windmills, find all the info and more at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk</a>. Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</a>. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https:/

Sense Of Place, Overreaching In Writing & The John Kearns Film?!

John Kearns 2020: ComCompendium

405 episodes and 11 years later… the incredible Josie Long returns as we dig into NOW IS THE TIME OF MONSTERS, her new show&nbsp;about discovery, wonder, extinction and how to walk through a landscape of monstrous disaster. We discuss why it's not a bad thing to preach to the choir, the themes of climate dread and parenthood, how Josie created a jaw dropping immersive finale, the harsh reality of mixed-bill gigs, redefining success on her own terms and we find out if Josie is happy... Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly WATCH the full episode and get access to 20 minutes of exclusive extras including the emotional architecture of an Edinburgh Hour, letting yourself be vulnerable on stage as well as hand-transcribing sets, creating cue cards and recycling abandoned bits. 👉 Sign up to the NEW ComComPod <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mailing List</a> and follow the show on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>, Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 20 minutes of exclusive extra content with Josie✅ Early access to new episodes✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! </p

Preaching To The Choir, Immersive Finales & Redefining Success

Josie Long Returns

Adam Riches is known for his shows that teeter perfectly between crafted brilliance and sheer chaos with his fearless, high-energy characters performances - from Sean Bean, Coach Coach to Michael Ball. This is an incredibly rare look behind the mask and one you don't want to miss! We discuss why Edinburgh shouldn't be seen as the Olympics, Eddie Izzard's documentary that inspired him to rip up the rulebook, how audience participation became his superpower, the challenges of the industry, how Sean Bean's Dungeons 'n Bastards reignited a creative spark and is Adam Riches happy… Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can instantly WATCH the full episode and get access to 20 minutes of exclusive extras including learning to shift gears for stand-up audiences with character comedy, the choice to seek out an audience, a wild late night Edinburgh spot and the timing structure he created which allowed his act to remain freeform. Follow the Pod: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>, and also you can also sign up to the <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mailing List</a>! Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 20 minutes of exclusive extra content with Adam✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else!

Audience Participation, Sean Bean & Industry Struggles

Adam Riches

Doug Naylor is the co-creator of the long-running, hugely successful sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf, having written or co-written every single episode! Doug was also the Head Writer and Script Editor on the original Spitting Image, has written a number of award-winning radio shows and is a best-selling author. In this episode we dig into all things Red Dwarf, from the creation of the show with Rob Grant, the show’s continued success while retaining an outsider status, UKTV's recent cancellation of a TV film and what the future may hold... We also talk about writing his incredible first children's novel, Sin Bin Island which I highly recommend! Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras all about Spitting Image where we talk about initially refusing to join the show eight times expanding the puppets beyond politicians and the real-world impact of the show. Follow the Pod: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a>! Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Doug✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Doug: Doug's first children’s novel Sin Bin Island is out now wherever you get your books! You can also keep up-to-date with Doug

Red Dwarf: The Creation, Cancellation & Future | Sin Bin Island

Doug Naylor

478 episodes later… Alan Davies returns! He’s an all-round fixture of British comedy as a respected stand-up, writer and actor - from the unflappable Jonathan Creek to the permanent mischief-maker on QI. His second memoir Just Ignore Him was widely praised for its honesty, and his follow-up, White Male Stand Up, continues that deeply personal journey. He’s now back on the road for the first time in a decade with Alan Davies: Think Ahead. We discuss Alan’s choice to open up onstage for the first time about his traumatic childhood, the breakthrough moment when a WIP becomes “a real show”, the trick to building momentum with monkey bars, how writing offered Alan emotional relief as well as a record for the future and why when dishonesty is everywhere, being honest matters. Please note: this episode includes discussion of child sexual abuse. If you’ve been affected by these issues or need support, please visit <a href="http://napac.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">napac.org.uk</a> and <a href="http://1in6.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1in6.org</a>. I need YOUR HELP for Episode 500! Complete the ComComPod survey 👉 <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/survey</a> Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 20 minutes of exclusive extras inc Alan’s rare ability to openly admit failure, navigating the pull between creative integrity and financial opportunity and the crisis of confidence that lead to a 10 year break in stand-up. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 20 minutes of exclusive extra content with Alan✅

Why Honesty Matters, Therapy Through Writing & Returning To Comedy

Alan Davies Returns

Emma Doran did her very first stand-up gig while on maternity leave - she won best act that night and hasn’t stopped gigging since! As well as sold out tours across Ireland and the UK, Emma has appeared on Last One Laughing hosted by Graham Norton and published a bestselling memoir which explored family, friendship, young motherhood and taking risks. We discuss how becoming a parent built discipline, focus and work ethic, why Emma has never released a full show and why she now wishes she had, why it’s easier to express anger and vulnerability on stage than in real life, the connection between self-worth and performance, why comedians are so hard on themselves and is Emma Doran happy… I need YOUR HELP for Episode 500! Complete the ComComPod survey 👉 <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/survey</a> Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 30 minutes of exclusive extras inc the incremental (not viral) approach to building an audience that sells tickets, knowing when to kill a joke and why comics need to step outside the Edinburgh bubble. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 30 minutes of exclusive extra content with Emma✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Emma: Emma Doran is on tour with EMMACULATE throughout the UK and Ireland until April 2026. Find all the dates and more at <a href="http://emmadorancomedy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">emmadorancomedy.com</a>. Everything I'm up to: See me live (w

How Parenthood Influenced Being A Comedian, Self-Worth From Performance & Expressing Vulnerability On Stage

Emma Doran

Lucy Pearman is one of the most inventive and original comedians in the UK, her shows are gloriously surreal, full of clowning, characters, props, audience interaction and ideas that feel like they’ve tumbled straight out of a wonderfully strange imagination. Her one-off BBC Three original comedy, Please Help, was nominated for a BAFTA, and she won the Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality. We discuss exploring the vulnerability beneath the absurd, Lucy’s process of discovering characters onstage, how embracing strangeness is an act of connection, the reality of making art in our current economy, how the death of director Adam Brace impacted her creative process, the challenges of bringing clowning to a wider audience and is Lucy Pearman happy… I need YOUR HELP for Episode 500! Complete the ComComPod survey 👉 <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/survey</a> Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to over 10 minutes of exclusive extras inc why Lucy used to lie about wanting a career on stage, the chaotic pantomime mishap that sparked her desire to pursue comedy and the struggle of being an outsider at drama school. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ Over 10 minutes of exclusive extra content with Lucy✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Lucy: Lucy Pearman: Lunartic is at the <a href="https://sohotheatre.com/events/lucy-pearman-lunartic/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Soho Theatre</a> from Monday 29th September through to Saturday 4th O

Embracing Clowning & Exploring The Vulnerability Beneath The Absurd

Lucy Pearman

Welcome to this bonus episode where <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiaelliott-smith/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Georgia Elliott-Smith</a> and I have joined forces to take on the grubbiest little sustainability secrets of my fellow comedians. We'll be offering compassion, insight and some counter-argument, if not actual absolution to both Ivo Graham and Laura Lexx! We'll be back to regular scheduled programming in the next few weeks in the run up to the BIG EPISODE 500! Don't forget to take part in our ComComPod survey at <a href="https://stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/survey</a> where we want to know your favourite episode, most memorable moments and what you want to see in the future... Where to find everyone: Ivo Graham: <a href="https://www.ivograham.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ivograham.com</a>Laura Lexx: <a href="https://www.lauralexx.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lauralexx.co.uk</a>Georgia Elliott Smith: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiaelliott-smith/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">linkedin.com/in/georgiaelliott-smith</a>Stuart Goldsmith: <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com</a> Keep up-to-date with all things The Comedian's Comedian Podcast: YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">youtube.com/@ComComPod</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/ComComPod</a>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@ComComPod</a><hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Failed Sustainable Diets & Why Your Washing Machine Smells

Ivo Graham & Laura Lexx: Comedian Climate Confessions!

Complete the ComComPod survey 👉 <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/survey</a> Well, episode 500 is nearly here... who'd have thought it?! To mark the milestone, we're gathering SOME DATA. Your favourite guests, moments, future plans and all that jazz which will be used in some extremely self indulgent special plans. The majority of the questions are optional, so feel free to skip if needed. As a thanks for taking part, we'll be gifting an Insider's Insider 12-month membership on Patreon to one lucky respondent (just make sure your email is correct!). Any questions, you know where I am! Thanks so much for all your support, exciting times ahead... 👀 Keep up to date with all things The Comedian's Comedian Podcast YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">youtube.com/@ComComPod</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/comcompod/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/ComComPod</a>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@ComComPod</a> You can also support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> where you'll get: ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ Hundreds of hours of extra content✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Additional membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” Everything Stu's up to: Discover Stu’s comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</a>. Find everything else at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">stuartgoldsmith.com</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='

The Great ComComPod Survey & Edinburgh Fringe Chat

Episode 500: I Need Your Help!

Aparna Nancherla is a self-described “silly-billy” with her dry sense of humour mixed with hints of the existential, absurd and whimsy. She’s the author of Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself and Impostor Syndrome, and the voice behind Hollyhock on Bojack Horseman. Aparna has also appeared in A Simple Favor and Bob’s Burgers and written for Late Night with Seth Meyers and Mythic Quest. Rolling Stone named her one of “The 50 Funniest People Right Now,” and she’s even starred in a Super Bowl ad with Michael Bublé! We discuss navigating the tension between vulnerability and self-deprecation, the risk of commodifying trauma, using comedy to control the narrative around your perceived flaws, does success cure imposter syndrome and is Aparna Nancherla happy… Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 20 minutes of exclusive extras including staring in Comedy Central's Corporate, the worst comedy advice she's ever received (it's shocking!), voice acting and navigating creative tension in a work environment. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 20 minutes of exclusive extra content with Aparna✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Aparna: Keep up-to-date with all things Aparna Nancherla at <a href="http://aparnacomedy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">aparnacomedy.com</a>, and find her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aparnapkin/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@aparnapkin</a>. Everything Stu's up to:</stro

Imposter Syndrome, Commodifying Trauma & Defusing Self-Doubt Through Comedy

Aparna Nancherla (Live @ SXSW)

Abby Wambaugh is an American comedian, writer, and improviser who has made their mark on the UK comedy scene with The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows, which earned them the Best Newcomer ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award. This month, they return to the Fringe with their hit show before it transfers Off-Broadway in the Autumn. We discuss the cultural shifts moving from New York to Denmark,&nbsp;creating an environment to worm, Abby shares how the grief of a miscarriage became the unlikely starting point for her journey into comedy, the impact of content warnings on a show's structure, what it's like returning a show to Edinburgh, expectations for a career in comedy and is Abby Wambaugh happy... Content warning: this episode includes discussion of miscarriage. Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras including refining clown instincts through Gaulier, building her own humour and social change degree and how performing changed her view of stand-up audiences. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Abby✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Abby: Abby Wambaugh: The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows is at the Pleasance Courtyard from the 12th (that’s next Tuesday!) to the 25th August before it heads Off-Broadway in the Autumn. Find all the info and more at <a href="http://abbywambaugh.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">abbywambaugh.com</a>. Everything St

Finding Comedy Through Grief, Creating An Environment To Worm & Returning A Show To Edinburgh

Abby Wambaugh

Kemah Bob is a bold, fearless and sharply funny comedian, writer and producer originally from Houston, Texas and now based in London. Her debut show Miss Fortunate, which explored resilience, recovery and self-acceptance, was one of The Guardian’s Top 10 Comedy Shows of 2024. We discuss valuing authenticity over polished craft, navigating a bipolar diagnosis and turning a mental health episode into art, the healing power (and challenges) of using comedy as an open dialogue with strangers, how moving from the US to the UK gave her space to truly find herself, when to say no to club gigs, how the Black Lives Matter movement opened doors but also exposed performative allyship within UK TV and is Kemah Bob happy… Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras including losing a role from pilot to broadcast to a mega popstar, how Kemah made just £23 from a super successful sold-out Fringe run and the reality of self-producing. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Kemah✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Kemah: You can find out more about all the wonderful things Kemah Bob is up to at <a href="http://kemahbob.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">kemahbob.com</a>, including her new podcast Icerberg which explores what it means to truly live your best life. You can also stay up-to-date on Instagram, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kemahbob/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@kemahbob</a>. Every

Valuing Authenticity, Saying No To Club Gigs & Performative Allyship In UK TV

Kemah Bob

Marjolein Robertson is an award-winning stand-up, improviser, and storyteller originally from Shetland. Nominated for the Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award and the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Comedy Award, her Fringe shows Marj and O both sold out and earned rave reviews! We discuss how she accidentally started with hour-long comedy shows, being influenced by Shetland folklore, why she won’t do the “small island” material anymore, the themes within her trilogy of shows, death, the pressure to turn trauma into material, choosing between art or algorithms and is Marjolein Robertson happy… Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 25 minutes of exclusive extras including how a mysterious mind-reader told her to do stand-up, seasonal rhythms, cultural influences and the two-star review which led her to commit full-time. Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Marjolein✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Marjolein: Marjolein Robertson is at the Edinburgh Fringe this summer with Lein, taking place at the Pleasance Dome from the 30th July to the 24th August. Find all the dates and more at <a href="http://marjoleinrobertson.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">marjoleinrobertson.com</a>. Everything Stu's up to: Come and help me figure out some NEW STUFF at the Edinburgh Fringe:

Shetland Folklore, Creating A Trilogy & Death

Marjolein Robertson

Daniel Foxx is an award-winning comedian, writer and viral sketch sensation. His debut show VILLAIN earned rave reviews at the 2023 Fringe and has recently completed a worldwide tour. Off stage, Daniel co-wrote the hit musical Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch, and is now developing a series based on one of his much-loved online characters. In this episode, we discuss the production of VILLAIN (selling out, losing money and poster tactics), the crossover between musical theatre and stand-up, the creative burnout which nearly led to retraining as a surgeon, how “camp gay men” are perceived differently on stage, aligning stage persona with online content, Bedtime Stories for Privileged Children and is Daniel Foxx happy… This episode is sponsored by Bits: Bits&nbsp;a robust app for crafting the perfect standup sets for stand-up comedians. Capture punchlines, reorder sets, and walk onstage fully prepped. Start free at&nbsp;<a href="https://thebits.club/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">thebits.club</a>. Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/comcompod</a> where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras including forming personas, unlocking internalised homophobia and the difficult second show… Support the Podcast from only £3/month at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ComComPod</a> ✅ Exclusive access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Daniel✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&amp;A” PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else! Catch Up with Daniel: Daniel Foxx is at the Edinburgh Fringe from the 5th - 9th August with a work-in-progress show but it's sold out already!

Producing VILLAIN, The Perception Of Campness & Aligning Digital Personas

Daniel Foxx

Stuart Goldsmith

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